Patient Care Technician - Medical Oncology (H7) Day Shift

University of Arkansas System • Little Rock, AR

20h • Onsite

About The Position

This full-time Patient Care Technician (PCT) position is for the H7 Medical Oncology Unit, which features 30 private rooms and provides advanced therapies to a diverse range of medical oncology and family medicine patients. The PCT is a trained member of the unit-based team, performing patient care tasks and duties that do not require a license, professional judgment, or intervention. Working under the direct supervision of Registered Nurses, the PCT supports the ongoing delivery of care as identified by the multidisciplinary patient management team. This role offers learning opportunities in medical-surgical nursing and involves working within the Department of Nursing standards, adhering to UAMS clinical programs, policies, procedures, and guest care guidelines. A strong interdisciplinary team, including physicians, nurses, pharmacists, nutritionists, and social workers, supports patient therapies in this environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Successful completion of patient care technician course within 3 months of hire.
• Must have excellent communication skills, ability to follow oral instructions, basic computer skills, strong work ethics and accountability.
• Must be able to lift 100 lbs. to waist height.

Nice To Haves

• Certification as a nursing assistant or military corpsman
• Patient care experience in acute care setting.
• Prior PCT experience.

Responsibilities

• Obtains patient report and has on-going communication with R.N. regarding patient care/changes in condition; Informs nurse of patient requests or complaints.
• Assists with admission, transfer, and discharge of patients.
• Transports patients to other areas of the hospital as directed.
• Carries out the Plan of Care for Patient using a Multidisciplinary Approach as Delegated by Team Leader.
• Communicates effectively with other team members to facilitate patient care.
• Accepts directions from R.N.s and team members.
• Follows through on delegated patient care activities.
• Provides appropriate grooming/oral hygiene and comfort measures and assists patients with activities (ambulation, up in chair, turn and reposition).
• Documents all patient care activities/tasks, vital signs, ADL, wave tests, I&O's accurately and timely and per unit and department standards.
• Assists patients and visitors with information and/or solutions to problems.
• Serves as resources person to support department members in performance of duties.
• Notifies appropriate staff members of problems requiring prompt intervention.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees